England’s hopes of a Grand Slam have been ended after France won 24-17 in Paris this afternoon.
England who came into the contest as favourites to claim victory were put to dominated early on as a determined French side showed what they can do.
France found themselves 24-0 up after 55 minutes following three converted tries and penalty.
However England who left with a losing bonus point got themselves back in to the match following two converted tries by Johnny May.
Despite England’s late push France managed to hang on and claim the spoils.
France 24
Tries: Rattez (6), Ollivon (20,55)
Conversions: Ntamack (7,21,56)
Penalties: Ntamack (16)
England 17
Tries: May (58,65)
Conversions: Farrell (58,65)
Penalties: Farrell (80)
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